Celebrities who sing on the side

While known for other things, these celebrities also have musical talents.

By Andy Olin

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Jason Alexander

, aka: George Costanza of 'Seinfeld' fame, is a man of many talents. And he's bringing those talents to the Bayou City. Alexander is slated to perform at Jones Hall on Sept. 5. But contrary to what you may think, he's not doing a comedy routine. Alexander is joining the orchestra for his first-ever musical performance in Texas, where he'll belt out classy tunes, including songs from Broadway's 'Music Man,' 'Pippin' and 'Merrily We Roll Along.'

In addition to singing, he'll reminisce about his longtime career both on stage and on screen.

Alexander isn't the only star whose talents go beyond acting. Keep clicking to see other television and movie stars who are in bands.

Though he is long-celebrated for his acting abilities, Hugh Laurie, of 'House, M.D., fame, is quite the musician. He plays piano, guitar, drums, harmonica and the saxophone. (Plus he was a comedian before he hit it big on 'House, M.D.' What can't this guy do?)

Though he is long-celebrated for his acting abilities, Hugh Laurie, of 'House, M.D., fame, is quite the musician. He plays piano, guitar, drums, harmonica and the saxophone. (Plus he was a comedian before he ... more

Though he is long-celebrated for his acting abilities, Hugh Laurie,... Photo-6230761.66920 - Houston Chronicle

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Actor Michael Cera is in a band called The Long Goodbye with fellow actor Clark Duke and Christian Buenaventura.

Actor Michael Cera is in a band called The Long Goodbye with fellow actor Clark Duke and Christian Buenaventura.

Actor Michael Cera is in a band called The Long Goodbye with... Photo-4552335.66920 - Houston Chronicle

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The 'Field of Dreams' star is also the frontman for Kevin Costner and Modern West.

The 'Field of Dreams' star is also the frontman for Kevin Costner and Modern West.

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Houston's own Dennis Quaid's backing band is the Sharks. Quaid starred in 1983's very awful 'Jaws 3-D.' ...Coincidence?

Houston's own Dennis Quaid's backing band is the Sharks. Quaid starred in 1983's very awful 'Jaws 3-D.' ...Coincidence?

Johnny Depp has a lot of famous musician friends. He also plays... Photo-4954063.66920 - Houston Chronicle

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Adam Goldberg's

character in 'Dazed and Confused' just wanted to dance. In real life, Goldberg wants to sing as well. His band LANDy released 'Eros and Omissions' in 2009. Houston native and Flaming Lips drummer Steven Drozd played on the album. He is also the lead singer of the band The Golden Sisters.

was an aspiring musician before he landed a job (and unfortunate shirt) appearing on 'Blues Clues.' He got back to music with an assist from Flaming Lips multi-instrumentalist Steven Drozd and producer Dave Fridmann, who helped him make a hooky sort of experimental alt-rock.

He is better known as Uncle Junior on 'The Sopranos,' but Dominic Chianese also has released two albums.

He is better known as Uncle Junior on 'The Sopranos,' but Dominic Chianese also has released two albums.

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He is better known as Uncle Junior on 'The Sopranos,' but... Photo-4954075.66920 - Houston Chronicle

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Members of the Wallflowers formed part of Minnie Driver's backing band on her 2004 album, 'Everything I've Got in My Pocket.' Her 2007 album, 'Seastories,' features collaborations with Ryan Adams, Neal Casal and Liz Phair. less

Members of the Wallflowers formed part of Minnie Driver's backing band on her 2004 album, 'Everything I've Got in My Pocket.' Her 2007 album, 'Seastories,' features collaborations with Ryan Adams, Neal Casal ... more

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Members of the Wallflowers formed part of Minnie Driver's... Photo-4954076.66920 - Houston Chronicle

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Kevin Bacon

and older brother Michael make up the country-folk rock band Bacon Brothers.

Kevin Bacon

and older brother Michael make up the country-folk rock band Bacon Brothers.